Hi All,
I’m new to this so please bear with me.
My dad is 65 and was diagnosed 2 years ago with FTD. Over the last year, he’s had trouble recalling correct words, sleeps at least 14 hours a day and has started to have hallucinations. He lives with my mum who is his main carer, but also works 1 or 2 days a week. My sister and I try as much as we can to support them E.g., take dad out/have over for dinner etc to give mum some time to herself. Mum is very defensive when we offer help, and looks so worn down. I don’t know how else I can help. I’m so worried about what to expect throughout the progression and how long I have left with dad. Has anyone been in this situation that can maybe help me understand what she’s going through/what else I can do to help and any experiences with what will happen? Thank you in advance xx
I’m new to this so please bear with me.
My dad is 65 and was diagnosed 2 years ago with FTD. Over the last year, he’s had trouble recalling correct words, sleeps at least 14 hours a day and has started to have hallucinations. He lives with my mum who is his main carer, but also works 1 or 2 days a week. My sister and I try as much as we can to support them E.g., take dad out/have over for dinner etc to give mum some time to herself. Mum is very defensive when we offer help, and looks so worn down. I don’t know how else I can help. I’m so worried about what to expect throughout the progression and how long I have left with dad. Has anyone been in this situation that can maybe help me understand what she’s going through/what else I can do to help and any experiences with what will happen? Thank you in advance xx